“The whole thing (Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival) seems very cheesy and very superficial, but being a (Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival) Princess is an absolute honor because they choose those who are excelling in college. I get to represent Longwood, my community and all of the things I’ve done well, and bring a lot of people together in the community. People of all social classes and locations come together (for the Festival), people come from Virginia, Maryland and West Virginia. Not to mention that Cal Ripken, Jr. is going to be the Festival’s Sports Marshal…I love Cal Ripken, Jr…he’s my family’s ‘patron saint.’ ”
Humans of Longwood: Maribeth Watkins
